Structural Organisation in Animals

Topics in this chapter

• Epithelial Tissues and Junctions
• Connective Tissues
• Muscle, Skeletal, and Joint Tissues
• Cockroach Anatomy and Reproduction
• Earthworm Structure and Digestion
• Comparative Animal Physiology

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Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-3E50A5

   Which of the following epithelial tissues is commonly found in the walls of blood vessels and air sacs of lungs, and is primarily involved in a function like forming a diffusion boundary?

   1. A.Cuboidal epithelium
   2. B.Squamous epithelium
   3. C.Columnar epithelium
   4. D.Ciliated epithelium
   See the answer and solution
2. Question 2Q-5E0210

   The secretions of endocrine glands are released directly into the fluid bathing the gland, not into ducts. What are these secretions called?

   1. A.Enzymes
   2. B.Mucus
   3. C.Hormones
   4. D.Sweat
   See the answer and solution
3. Question 3Q-BF6B24

   Which of the following joints present in human skeletal system allows no movement whatsoever?

   1. A.Cartilaginous joint
   2. B.Fibrous joint
   3. C.Synovial joint
   4. D.Pivot joint
   See the answer and solution
4. Question 4Q-559EA3

   In cockroach (Periplaneta americana), the wings arise from which of the following thoracic segments?

   1. A.Prothoracic and mesothoracic segments
   2. B.Mesothoracic and metathoracic segments
   3. C.Prothoracic and metathoracic segments
   4. D.Prothorax only
   See the answer and solution
5. Question 5Q-18CF6F

   Which specialized junction helps to stop substances from leaking across a tissue?

   1. A.Adhering junctions
   2. B.Gap junctions
   3. C.Tight junctions
   4. D.Synaptic junctions
   See the answer and solution